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Hiatal Hernia And Vsg At The Same Time

njbrittany

By njbrittany, in Insurance & Financing

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erp    2,016

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I had no idea Dr. Jossart would do that. He and Dr. Cirangle are my first choice if I have to self pay in the US. Can anyone elaborate on how to get hernia repair covered in the first place?

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royalsecret    29

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My hernia was quite large and I was also diagnosed with Barretts Esphocolius (sp?) so I had to get it fixed. I had no symptoms of heartburn because of the Barrett.

I'm guessing that anyone would be ale to get their I insuance cover it...? Especially if it is symptomatic, giving you reflux, heartburn, etc.

I had my VSG and HH fixed Tues Dec., 18th. It was pretty rough going for me because I couldn't keep any fluids so they kept me another nite. I'm not sure WHO is going to pay for that extra night but at that pont there was no way I could have gone home. I probably could have left the hospital and then went to an ER as I believe my ins would to pay it then, I'm still hoping I won't have to pay for second nights stay and that they'll code it under my hernia repair.

I am back at home as of last night and am able to finally get in my fluids without vomiting up anything.

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notime    340

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My hernia was quite large and I was also diagnosed with Barretts Esphocolius (sp?) so I had to get it fixed. I had no symptoms of heartburn because of the Barrett.

I'm guessing that anyone would be ale to get their I insuance cover it...? Especially if it is symptomatic, giving you reflux, heartburn, etc.

I had my VSG and HH fixed Tues Dec., 18th. It was pretty rough going for me because I couldn't keep any fluids so they kept me another nite. I'm not sure WHO is going to pay for that extra night but at that pont there was no way I could have gone home. I probably could have left the hospital and then went to an ER as I believe my ins would to pay it then, I'm still hoping I won't have to pay for second nights stay and that they'll code it under my hernia repair.

I am back at home as of last night and am able to finally get in my fluids without vomiting up anything.

I hope it's smooth sailing for you from now on.

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erp    2,016

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I met with my current surgeon yesterday. I asked about hernia repair and gallbladdder. He said that in taking out the stomach is not a "clean" surgery. So he does not do hernia repair during VSG. Anyone heard that before? Same thing with gallbladder, he said not everyone has problems so he doesn't remove it during VSG.

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royalsecret    29

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Thanks notime, it's been so much easier. Today. The fluids are staying down well now. :-)

Erp, the stomach is very near the Esphogus. I don't get his objection, but I am not a doctor. My surgeon. Is very good so I trusted him.

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erp    2,016

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Thanks notime, it's been so much easier. Today. The fluids are staying down well now. :-)

Erp, the stomach is very near the Esphogus. I don't get his objection, but I am not a doctor. My surgeon. Is very good so I trusted him.

I agree, I think is it weird. So many others get a hernia repair or gallbladder out at the same time. I've never had surgery and I want this to be my only one!

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I met with my current surgeon yesterday. I asked about hernia repair and gallbladdder. He said that in taking out the stomach is not a "clean" surgery. So he does not do hernia repair during VSG. Anyone heard that before? Same thing with gallbladder' date=' he said not everyone has problems so he doesn't remove it during VSG.[/quote']

Yes this is what my surgeon said about my adominal hernia he said dealing w the stomach and other things in the abdominal makes you higher risk for infection .. So I'll have the VSG then two months later or three my abdominal hernia will be repaired

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Robyn Owens-Miille    132

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I had mine repaired at the same time and did just what you said. Unfortunately I'm in Texas so I can't recommend a doc. Good luck to her!

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Bebee    33

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I have an Hiatus Hernia on ma Esophagus & GE Junction!! But ma dr said it can b removed during Surgery

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Bebee    33

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I have an Hiatus Hernia on ma Esophagus & GE Junction!! But ma dr said it can b fixed during surgery

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carstanger    346

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I met with my current surgeon yesterday. I asked about hernia repair and gallbladdder. He said that in taking out the stomach is not a "clean" surgery. So he does not do hernia repair during VSG. Anyone heard that before? Same thing with gallbladder' date=' he said not everyone has problems so he doesn't remove it during VSG.[/quote']

I am 65 and had the sleeve done on Nov 12th. Also had my gall bladder removed and hiatal hernia repaired. Done lapiscopically..

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